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CALENDAR
CALENDAR of EVENTS: August 6 - 12
THEATER
Germantown Community Theatre
Annie Get Your Gun, a poor, but spirited and happy country girl named Annie Oakley who lives by her native sharpshooting becomes the star of Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show. Student cast. Aug. 7-16. 3037 FOREST HILL-IRENE (453-7447).
Hattiloo Theatre
God’s Trombone, enjoy the original production of inspirational sermons by African-American preachers reimagined as poetry, reverberating with the musicality of spirituals. Free. Ongoing. Sarafina!, past production about human rights in the 21st century, written by Mbongeni Ngema. Ongoing. Iola’s Southern Fields, enjoy an online past performance drawn from the writings of Ida B. Wells. Free. Ongoing. 37 S. COOPER (502-3486).
Kudzu Playhouse
Kudzu Playhouse Virtual, join Kudzu social media for donation-based classes, games, scholarship opportunities, and more. Download the app for more information. Ongoing. P.O. BOX 47 (888-429-7871).
The Orpheum
Orpheum Virtual Engagement, join Orpheum staff, artists, and students for activities, interviews, and more on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube. Visit website for more information. Ongoing. 203 S. MAIN (525-3000).
Playhouse on the Square
Playhouse on the Square at Home, a series of digital content through POTS website and social media platforms. View past performances, engage in quizzes, enjoy digital playwriting, and more. Free. Ongoing. 66 S. COOPER (726-4656).
Theatre Memphis
Online on Stage, a Theatre Memphis Facebook group that serves as a clearinghouse for performers wanting to share their talents. Ongoing. 630 PERKINS EXT. (682-8323).
ARTIST RECEPTIONS
Mid-South Artist Gallery
Opening reception for Art Hullender, works by featured artist Art Hullender. Other artists displayed include Jon Woodhams, Becky Ross McRae, Sandra Horton, Quinlan Rhodes, Frederick Lyle Morris, and more. Sat., Aug. 8, 2-4 p.m. 2945 SHELBY.
OTHER ART HAPPENINGS
Arrow Creative Online Store
All sales benefit local creatives. Shop locally made jewelry, candles, greeting cards, soaps, and more. Ongoing. ARROW CREATIVE, 2535 BROAD, ARROWCREATIVE.ORG.
Arrow Creative: Positively Creative Quarantined Convos
Inspiring conversations live on Instagram with creatives. Free. Tuesdays, Thursdays, 11:30 a.m. & 8 p.m. ARROW CREATIVE, 2535 BROAD.
Crosstown Arts Residency Program 2021
Multidisciplinary residencies to visiting and Memphisbased artists and curators working in any creative discipline including visual and performing arts, music, film, and writing in all genres. Through Sept. 15. CROSSTOWN CONCOURSE, 1350 CONCOURSE, CROSSTOWNARTS.ORG.
David Lusk Gallery Daily Special
A new piece of art from a gallery artist pops up each day at 12:01 a.m. Check daily for new art offerings. Ongoing. DAVID LUSK GALLERY, 97 TILLMAN (767-3800).
“Doodling Around”
Download art by gallery artists to print out and color. Visit website for more art to color. Free. Ongoing. L ROSS GALLERY, 5040 SANDERLIN (767-2200), LROSSGALLERY.COM.
Encaustic Wax Painting with Rebecca Shellabarger
Learn the basic techniques for making a textured and colorful abstract landscape painting using hot wax. $85. Tues., Aug. 11, 6-9 p.m. ARROW CREATIVE, 2535 BROAD.
Memphis Flyer Coloring Book
Order your book today benefiting local artists and journalism. $35. Ongoing. MEMPHISMAGAZINESTORE.COM.
Metal Museum Online
Peruse the art and craft of fine metalwork digitally. Featuring past gallery talks from previous exhibitions, interviews with artists, and demonstrations. Free. Ongoing. METAL MUSEUM, 374 METAL MUSEUM DR. (774-6380). Send the date, time, place, cost, info, phone number, a brief description, and photos — two weeks in advance — to calendar@memphisflyer.com or P.O. Box 1738, Memphis, TN 38101. DUE TO SPACE LIMITATIONS, ONGOING WEEKLY EVENTS WILL APPEAR IN THE FLYER’S ONLINE CALENDAR ONLY.
“For America” by the National Academy of Design, on view at the Dixon through September 27
My Memphis View Gallery: Art Chat
Mary-Ellen Kelly chats with Memphis artists via Instagram Live platform, @downtownmemphis/instagram. Free. Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m. Through Sept. 30. MY MEMPHIS VIEW ART & GALLERY, 5 S. MAIN, MARYELLENKELLYDESIGN.COM.
Open on Main: My Memphis View Art & Gallery
Visit artist Mary-Ellen Kelly online for “My Memphis View” products including books, prints, T-shirts, drink coasters, and posters. Featuring virtual gallery tour. Ongoing. MY MEMPHIS VIEW ART & GALLERY, 5 S. MAIN, MARYELLENKELLYDESIGN.COM.
Pinot’s Palette Virtual Paint
Register online for Zoom invite and an emailed supply list. Don’t forget the wine. Visit website for dates and times, $15. Ongoing. PINOTSPALETTE.COM.
Watercolor Florals 101
Shelby Brown, studio artist at Arrow, has made a PDF of steps, techniques, and a 25-minute video tutorial about how to make watercolor florals. $10-$50. Ongoing. ARROW CREATIVE, 2535 BROAD.
Woman’s Exchange Virtual Art Gallery
Annual fundraiser featuring original work in mixed media, glass, sculpture, jewelry, woodturning, and more. Through Aug. 21. WOMAN’S EXCHANGE ART GALLERY, 88 RACINE (327-5681), WEOFMEMPHIS.ORG.
ONGOING ART
Art Museum at the University of Memphis (AMUM)
“Africa: Art of a Continent,” exhibition of African art from the Martha and Robert Fogelman collection. Ongoing. “IEAA Ancient Egyptian Collection,” exhibition of Egyptian antiquities ranging from 3800 B.C.E. to 700 C.E. from the Institute of Egyptian Art and Archaeology collection. Ongoing. 142 COMMUNICATION & FINE ARTS BUILDING (678-2224).
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ArtsMemphis
“Access Granted,” exhibition of work by ArtsAccelerator grant recipients. Through Aug. 31. “Unfolding: The Next Chapter in Memphis,” exhibition of visual art by local Memphis artists, curated by Kenneth Wayne Alexander. artsmemphis.org. Ongoing. 575 S. MENDENHALL (578-2787).
Clough-Hanson Gallery
“Interiors: A Study of Domestic Quarantine,” exhibition of work by Art 260: Curation in Context artists Paula Kovarik and Sophia Mason. Curated by Jenna Gilley. rhodes.edu. Ongoing. “Quarantine Couple,” exhibition of work by Art 260: Curation in Context artists Lacy Mitcham Veteto and Gregory Allen Smith. Curated by Ben Aquila. Ongoing. “Second Life, Third Life,” exhibition of work by Art 260: Curation in Context artists Meredith Potter, Melissa Wilkinson, and Emily C. Thomas. Curated by Roland Donnelly-Bullington. Ongoing. “Eyesolation: Seeing and Looking in Quarantine,” exhibition of work by Art 260: Curation in Context artists Melissa Dunn, Alexander Paulus, Emily C. Thomas, Mary K VanGieson. Curated by Katie Clark. Ongoing. “Home is Where the Art Is,” exhibition of work by Art 260: Curation in Context artists Nick Peña, Ryan Steed, and Nancy Cheairs. Curated by Julia Conway. Ongoing. “All by Myself,” exhibition of work by Art 260: Curation in Context artists Jesse Butcher and Emily C. Thomas. Curated by Marlo Morales. Ongoing. “Landscapes in Isolation,” exhibition of work by Art 260: Curation in Context artists Clare Johnson, Maysey Craddock, and Susan Maakestad. Curated by Caroline Koch. Ongoing. “playground,” exhibition of
“Journey” by Maritza Dávila, on view at the Dixon through September 27
work by Art 260: Curation in Context artists Elizabeth Alley and Susan Maakestad. Curated by Dresden Timco. Ongoing. RHODES COLLEGE, 2000 N. PARKWAY (843-3000).
The Dixon Gallery & Gardens
“Bonsai: Majestic Miniatures,” exhibition of Bonsai specimens from the Dixon’s collection and local bonsai collectors. Through Aug. 9. “For America,” exhibition of paintings from the National Academy of Design visually documenting the Academy’s membership and a singular history of American painting from 1809 to the present. Through Sept. 27. “Journey,” exhibition of printmaking by Maritza Dávila. Through Sept. 27. “Made in Dixon / Hecho en Dixon,” exhibition of artwork by Dixon program participants of all ages, diverse cultural backgrounds, and interests. Through Dec. 20. 4339 PARK (761-5250).
Fratelli’s
“Selections by Sandy,” exhibition of landscapes, still life, and animals by Sandy Scruggs. Through Aug. 31. 750 CHERRY (766-9900).
Jay Etkin Gallery
Permanent Collection: “The Flow Museum of Art & Culture,” Ongoing. 942 COOPER (550-0064).
Memphis Botanic Garden
“Staying Connected,” exhibition by member of Artists’ Link. Through Aug. 31. Bartlett Art Association, exhibition of work by members of the Bartlett Art Association. Through Aug. 31. 750 CHERRY (636-4100).
Memphis Brooks Museum of Art
“Arts of Global Africa,” exhibition of historic and contemporary works in a range of different media presenting an expansive vision of Africa’s artistry. Through June 21, 2021. “Drawing Memory: Essence of Memphis,” exhibition of works inspired by nsibidi, a sacred means of communication among male secret societies in southeastern Nigeria by Victor Ekpuk. Ongoing. 1934 POPLAR (544-6209).
Memphis College of Art
“Intrepidly Yours,” exhibition of Spring 2020 BFA work by last graduating class. mca2020bfa.com. Through Feb. 28, 2021. 1930 POPLAR (272-5100).
Memphis Heritage
“Newman to Now,” virtual Exhibit, exhibition of historic photographs taken by Don Newman between the 1940s and ’60s and contemporary photographs of the same sites taken by photographer Gary Walpole to explore continuity and change in Memphis’ built environment. Ongoing. memphisheritage.org. 2282 MADISON (272-2727).
Metal Museum
“Tradition of Excellence: Japanese Techniques in Contemporary Metal Arts,” exhibition of Japanese metalworking techniques and materials by Japanese and American artists highlighting the influence of Japanese metalworking on contemporary metal arts. Curated by Hiroko Yamada and originating at Penland Gallery. metalmuseum.org. Free. Through Sept. 13. “Tributaries: Sophie Glenn i Rust Never Sleeps,” exhibition of works by furniture maker and metal worker from New York City, NY. Through Sept. 27. 374 METAL MUSEUM DR. (774-6380).
Mid-South Artist Gallery
Art Hullender, exhibition of works by featured artist Art Hullender. Other artists displayed include Jon Woodhams, Becky Ross McRae, Sandra Horton, Quinlan Rhodes, Frederick Lyle Morris, and more. Through Aug. 31. Gallery 1: Becky Ross McRae, Jon Woodhams, and Lyle Morris Exhibition, Wednesdays-Saturdays, 11:15 a.m.-3 p.m. Through Aug. 15. Gallery 2: Katie Lindsey, Connie Chavez, and Mark Wheetley Exhibition.Free. Wednesdays-Saturdays, 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Through Aug. 24. 2945 SHELBY.
Stax Museum of American Soul
Music
“Beautiful Souls: Joel Brodsky and the Faces of Stax Records,” exhibition of famous Stax album cover photographs. Through Sept. 30. 926 E. MCLEMORE (946-2535).
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Tops Gallery
“Bleeding to Space,” exhibition of three-dimensional work by Ziba Rajabi. Through Aug. 15. 400 S. FRONT.
OPERA
“Opera Speed-Runs” Series by Jake Stamatis
Tales of Hoffman on YouTube by Handorf Company artist. Free. Ongoing. OPERA MEMPHIS, 6745 WOLF RIVER (257-3100).
Wednesday Opera Time
Join Opera Memphis every Wednesday on Facebook for an assortment of live events including “Opera for Animals,” Bingo Opera, and more. Free. Wednesdays, 7 p.m. OPERA MEMPHIS, 6745 WOLF RIVER (257-3100).
DANCE
Neko Mew’s Belly Dance Classes
Local artist and belly dancer Jen Russell offers weekly video tutorials via Facebook Live. Available via Facebook group Neko Mew’s Belly Dance Classes. Viewers can also receive individualized instruction by donating $5 for the first video lesson and $10 for each subsequent video. Wednesdays.
Online Dance Class with Steven Prince Tate
Dance, laugh, and shine a light on the current situation. Donations accepted, $SPTate and Venmo: SPTate. Fridays, 1 p.m.
University of Memphis Theatre & Dance: Free Livestream Classes
Visit the Facebook page for live streaming with student instructors. Free. Ongoing. UNIVERSITY OF MEMPHIS, UNIVERSITY CENTER THEATER, 499 UNIVERSITY, MEMPHIS.EDU.
LECTURE/SPEAKER
Memphis Street Names: A History
Online presentation wherein the deep history of some of this city’s most well-traveled roads will be revealed via Zoom. $10. Thurs., Aug. 6, 6:30 p.m. ELMWOOD CEMETERY, 824 S. DUDLEY (774-3212), ELMWOODCEMETERY.ORG.
TOURS
Lichterman Guided Tour Walks
Meet your wilder neighbors on a tour around the lake and through the forest with a Lichterman Nature Center Naturalist. Walks conclude with a live animal ambassador visit. $9 members, $10 nonmembers. Wednesdays, Saturdays, 10 a.m. Through Aug. 29. LICHTERMAN NATURE CENTER, 5992 QUINCE (767-7322).
Memphis Bike Tour
A fun way to explore the city and learn a little of its fascinating history along the way. Mondays, Wednesdays, Saturdays, Sundays, 10 a.m. Through Aug. 31. BACKBEAT TOURS, 197 BEALE (ALFRED’S PATIO BAR) (1-866-392-BEAT).
Metal Museum Audio Tour
Explore the Sculpture Garden
Online Cocktail Party with author Kate Stayman-London, novelmemphis.com, Mon., Aug. 10, 7 p.m.
and accompanying audio tour while adhering to safe social distancing. PWYC. Ongoing, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. METAL MUSEUM, 374 METAL MUSEUM DR. (774-6380).
“My Elmwood”
Visit Elmwood’s social media for talks and tours by Elmwood staff, board members, and enthusiasts. Through Aug. 31. ELMWOOD CEMETERY, 824 S. DUDLEY (774-3212).
Old Forest Hike
Walking tour of the region’s only urban oldgrowth forest. Second Saturday of every month, 10 a.m. OVERTON PARK, OFF POPLAR (276-1387).
Tours for Very Small Groups
Elmwood Cemetery’s staff is ready to take small groups on a tour around the grounds in groups of 9. Masks required. $5. Ongoing, 10 a.m. ELMWOOD CEMETERY, 824 S. DUDLEY (774-3212).
EXPOS/SALES
Affordable Wedding Expo
Summer sale featuring wedding packages including venue, table, chairs, decor, and DJ for 80 people. Fri., Aug. 7, 2:20-8 p.m. THE AVENUE EVENT COMPLEX, 3589 SUMMER (440-3478).
BOOKSIGNINGS
Online Author Event with Odie Lindsey in Conversation with Chanelle Benz
Author discuses Some Go Home in conversation with Chanelle Benz via Zoom. Register through Eventbrite. Free with registration. Thurs., Aug. 6, 6 p.m. NOVEL, 387 PERKINS EXT. (922- 5526), NOVELMEMPHIS.COM.
SPORTS / FITNESS
Agape Virtual Golf Tournament
Sponsorships include a variety of benefits and recognition. Hole sponsorships are also available. $500 Individual, $2,000 team of four. Mon., Aug. 10, noon. AGAPEMEANSLOVE.ORG.
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Ballet Memphis Online Pilates and Ballet Classes
Visit website for more information. Classes offered include Espresso Flow, Stretch & Burn, Fascial Fun, Intermediate/Advanced Ballet, Intermediate Mat Flow, and Get Moving. $10. Ongoing, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. BALLET MEMPHIS, 2144 MADISON (737-7322).
Kroc Center Online Fitness Classes
Classes will be offered free and online. From mediation and yoga to Bootcamp and kickboxing, find the right class for you. Free. Ongoing. THE SALVATION ARMY KROC CENTER, 800 E. PARKWAY S. (729-8007).
Memphis 901 FC vs. North Carolina FC
Sat., Aug. 8, 7:30 p.m. AUTOZONE PARK, THIRD AND UNION (721-6000), MEMPHIS901FC.COM.
Our Virtual Yoga Downtown
Join Charlie Baxter Hayden for yoga on IG Live, @downtownmemphis. Tues., 6 p.m. VIRTUAL & ONLINE, VIRTUAL/ONLINE, DOWNTOWNMEMPHIS.COM.
Redefined Fitness Launch
Two days of fitness with brand new exercise routines and music in all of your favorite classes. $5 members, $10 nonmembers. Sat., Aug. 8, 7:30 a.m. THE SALVATION ARMY KROC CENTER, 800 E. PARKWAY S. (729- 8007), KROCMEMPHIS.ORG.
Saturday Morning Meditation
Unwind and refocus in the Church Health Meditation Garden with Greg Graber. No sign up is required. Open to all levels. Wear a mask, bring a mat/cushion, and hand sanitizer. Free. Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. Through Sept. 5. CHURCH HEALTH CROSSTOWN, 1350 CONCOURSE AVE, CHURCHHEALTH.ORG.
Taijiquan with Milan Vigil
Free with admission. Saturdays, 10:30 a.m. THE DIXON GALLERY & GARDENS, 4339 PARK (761-5250).
Virtual Training & Group Fitness
YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South offers workouts for anyone to try at home. Workouts include yoga, barre, bootcamp, exercises for active older adults, and Les Mills training. Visit website to join. Free. Ongoing. YMCAMEMPHIS.ORG.
MEETINGS
Churches from the Presbytery of the MidSouth: Sunday Worship Livestream
Combined livestream worship. Visit website for more information and livestream link. Sun., 11 a.m. IDLEWILDCHURCH.ORG.
Read in Peace Book Club: Zoom Edition
Online meeting to discuss monthly book. Register for meeting invite. Proceeds benefit Elmwood Cemetery. $5. Ongoing, 5:30 p.m. ELMWOOD CEMETERY, (774-3212).
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Weekly Zoom gathering for anyone 18+ who identifies as a member of the trans or GNC community. For login information, email ahauptman@ outmemphis.org. Tuesdays, 6 p.m. OUTMEMPHIS.ORG.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Breakout Games’ Dispatch
Four different box sets that can be ordered online to bring the escape room to your living room. $45-$130. Ongoing. DISPATCH.BREAKOUTGAMES.COM.
Elvis Week 2020, virtual and in-person events at graceland.com and Graceland, August 8-16
DIG Memphis Mysteries
While at home, do some investigative work to solve a mystery from a collection of images in the digital archives. New photo posted weekly. Ongoing. BENJAMIN L. HOOKS CENTRAL LIBRARY, 3030 POPLAR (415-2700).
Election Day: County General & State / Federal Primary
Visit website for mail-in ballot, voting locations, and more information. Thurs., Aug. 6. VARIOUS LOCATIONS, SEE WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION, SHELBYVOTE.COM.
Epiphany Community Garden: Pick a Flower Bouquet
The public is invited to view all the beautiful flowers planted this year, and pick a bouquet to take home. Through Aug. 31. EPIPHANY COMMUNITY GARDEN, CORNER OF BRAY STATION AND WOLF RIVER.
Grind City Designs and Dixie Picker T-Shirt Benefit
Local businesses have put together vintage finds and fresh designs for T-shirts. Each shirt sale provides 24 meals provided through Mid-South Food Bank. $25-$29. Ongoing. GRINDCITYDESIGNS.COM.
Legends of the Night Sky: Perseus and Andromeda
Retelling of one of the most famous constellation stories using a colorful laser light system. Tuesdays-Saturdays, 5:30 p.m., and Sundays, 4 p.m. Through Aug. 30.
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Lunchtime Meditations with Amy Balentine
Explore a variety of meditation practices designed to help you find balance and reduce stress. Join live or enjoy past meditations online. Fridays, noon. DIXON.ORG.
Matching in Memphis: A Virtual Game Show
Join Kevin Cerrito and Riverset Rye for a virtual game show featuring a panel of Memphis celebrities. Watch, match, and win live online. Thursdays, 7 p.m. Through Aug. 27. CERRITOTRIVIA.COM.
Outdoor Scavenger Hunts
Choose an outdoor familyfriendly scavenger hunt. A portion of the proceeds benefit HopeKids. $13-$40. Ongoing. LETSROAM.COM.
Prologistix Job Fair
Seeking qualified and skilled people to work immediately. Open positions for material handlers, forklift drivers, inventory clerks, and quality control. Visit website or an office between 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Through Aug. 31. PROLOGISTIX.COM.
River Garden Guides
Download River Garden Field and Bird Guides and explore Mississippi River Park. Ongoing. MISSISSIPPI RIVER PARK, OFF RIVERSIDE DRIVE, MEMPHISRIVERPARKS.ORG.
Saturday Shenanigans
Meet board members and members of Downtown Neighborhood Association. Free. Sat., Aug. 8, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. COURT SQUARE, AT N. MAIN AND COURT, DNAMEMPHIS.ORG.
Seasonal
Stargazing: Our Sky Tonight
Hop through constellations, learn cool star names, and groove to planetarium space music in this full-dome audiovisual experience. Tuesdays-Saturdays, 1 & 4 p.m., and Sundays, 1 p.m. Through Aug. 30. AUTOZONE DOME PLANETARIUM, MEMPHIS PINK PALACE MUSEUM, 3050 CENTRAL (636-2362), MEM PHISMUSEUMS.ORG.
Tennessee R.E.A.D.S.
Use your library card to check out ebooks and audiobooks. Includes Big Library Read connecting readers around the world with the same book at the same time. Ongoing. READS.OVERDRIVE.COM.
United Way of the MidSouth: Driving The Dream
For those impacted by COVID-19. Puts callers in contact with essential services, without individuals having to repeat the circumstances for the call. Follow-up ensures those connections were made. Mondays-Fridays, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. (888-709-0630), CALL.DRIVINGTHEDREAM.ORG.
HOLIDAY EVENTS
Elvis Week
Fans can celebrate the legacy of Elvis Presley online or at Graceland, social distancingstyle. Visit website for a full list of events and special offerings. $39 online access. Aug. 8-16. GRACELAND, 3717 ELVIS PRESLEY (800-238-2000), GRACELAND.COM.
Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest
The best ETAs from around the world travel to Memphis during Elvis Week to compete. Watch footage from past performances and a panel discussion hosted by Dean Z. Aug. 7-15. GRACELAND, 3717 ELVIS PRESLEY (332-3322), GRACELAND.COM.
FOOD & DRINK EVENTS
Bartlett Farmers Market
Saturdays, 8 a.m.-noon. BARTLETT STATION MUNICIPAL CENTER, 5868 STAGE, BARTLETTSTATIONFARMERSMARKET.ORG.
Celtic Crossing Whiskey Tasting
Join owner DJ Naylor virtually or in person at the pub as he guides you through three unique whiskeys $40. Thurs., Aug. 6, 7 p.m. CELTIC CROSSING, 903 S. COOPER (274-5151), CELTICCROSSINGMEMPHIS.COM.
Feast on the Farm Gala
Share fun and fellowship virtually and an auction benefiting agricultural education programs. Sat., Aug. 8, 7 p.m. AGRICENTER INTERNATIONAL, SHOWPLACE ARENA, 105 S. GERMANTOWN.
The Generous Pour @Home
Enjoy a guided wine tasting from home. Includes a Stölzle crystal wine glass per entree and a take-home guide, which unlocks access to private short films starring Dave Phinney. $28. Through Sept. 6. CAPITAL GRILLE, THE, 6065 POPLAR (683-9291), THECAPITALGRILLE.COM.
Memphis Dawah Association: Mobile Food Pantry
A weekly mobile food pantry organized by Memphis Dawah Association and Mid-South Food Bank every Saturday morning. Volunteer opportunities available. Saturdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. MEMPHIS DAWAH ASSOCIATION, 837 CRAFT (601-672-0259).
Memphis Flyer Burger Week
Local restaurants serve up $5.99 custom burgers. Takeout option and dine-in benefiting Mid-South Food Bank. Visit website for commandments and prize information. Through Aug. 11. VARIOUS LOCATIONS, SEE WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION, MEMPHISFLYERBURGERWEEK.COM.
Muddy’s Fun House: Super Fantastic At Home Bake-a-long and Variety Show
Visit blog for a new episode each week hosted by Kat. Thursdays. MUDDY’S COFFEE & BAKE SHOP, 585 S. COOPER (683-8844), MUDDYSBAKESHOP.COM.
Online Cocktail Party with Kate StaymanLondon
Gather online for a cocktail hour to celebrate the launch of the debut novel, One to Watch. Registrants will receive a wine pairing menu by sommelier Tia Subramanian. Free. Mon., Aug. 10, 7 p.m. NOVEL, 387 PERKINS EXT. (922- 5526), NOVELMEMPHIS.COM.
FILM
Dinosaurs of
Antarctica 3D
Featuring reassembled skeletal structures, computer graphics of the newly discovered species, and a glimpse into the world of scientific field research. Sat., 11 a.m. & 1 p.m., and Sun., 1 p.m. Through Aug. 30. CTI 3D GIANT THEATER, IN THE MEMPHIS PINK PALACE MUSEUM, 3050 CENTRAL (636-2362).
Indie Memphis Movie Club
Weekly virtual screening opportunities, plus online Q&As on Tuesday evenings between programmers and special guests. Ongoing. INDIEMEMPHIS.ORG.
Jaws
A giant great white shark wreaks havoc with bloody attacks on swimmers. $9. Saturdays, Sundays, 4 p.m. Through Aug. 30. CTI 3D GIANT THEATER, IN THE MEMPHIS PINK PALACE MUSEUM, 3050 CENTRAL (636-2362).
Oxford Virtual Film Festival
Presentation includes 24- hour rental period and filmmaker Q&A. New releases until the end of the year. $10, $40-$175 virtual passes. Ongoing. VIRTUAL & ONLINE, VIRTUAL/ONLINE, OXFORDFILMFEST.COM.
Superpower Dogs 3D
From hurricanes, earthquakes, and avalanches, canine rescuers use their incredible super senses to locate and rescue victims of disasters. Various showtimes. Theater is dark on Mondays. $9. Through Aug. 30, 2:30 p.m. CTI 3D GIANT THEATER, IN THE MEMPHIS PINK PALACE MUSEUM, 3050 CENTRAL (636-2362).